A Password Problem; A Power Switch Problem; Keyboard Problems - Lenovo ThinkPad R50 Series Troubleshooting Manual

than the display size. This is to maintain compatibility with other DOS
applications. To expand the screen image to the same size as the actual
screen, start the ThinkPad Configuration Program and click LCD; then
select the Screen expansion function. (The image might still look slightly
distorted.)

A password problem

Problem:
I forgot my password.
Solution:
If you forgot your power-on password, you must take your computer to a
Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the
password canceled.
If you forgot your hard disk password, Lenovo authorized servicer can not
reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take
your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing
representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is
required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
If you forgot your supervisor password, Lenovo can not reset your
password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer
or a marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of
purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

A power switch problem

Problem:
The system does not respond, and you cannot turn off the computer.
Solution:
Turn off the computer by pressing and holding the power switch for 4
seconds or more. If the computer is still not reset, remove the ac adapter
and the battery.

Keyboard problems

Problem:
All or some of the keys on the keyboard do not work.
Solution:
If the problem occurred immediately after the computer returned from
standby mode, enter the power-on password if one has been set.
If an external PS/2
computer does not work. Use the numeric keypad on the external
keyboard.
If an external numeric keypad or a mouse is connected:
1. Turn off the computer.
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keyboard is connected, the numeric keypad on your
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